Cheap bus tickets from Ostrava to Kraków

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Bus from Ostrava to Kraków: Journey Information

There are 27 intercity buses per day from Ostrava to Kraków. Travelling by bus from Ostrava to Kraków usually takes around 3 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Distance: 77 mi (123 km)
Shortest duration: 2h 15m
Cheapest price: $10.76
Trips per day: 27
Most frequent service: RegioJet
Bus lines: 4

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Ostrava to Kraków Bus Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Ostrava to Kraków?

There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Ostrava to Kraków.

	Bus	Train
Avg. Price	Avg. Price$24.09	Avg. Price$14.85Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips27	Daily Trips7
Duration	Duration3h 11m	Duration2h 38mFaster

There are several bus options that can take you from Ostrava to Kraków:

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How much is a bus ticket from Ostrava to Kraków?

Bus tickets for a trip from Ostrava to Kraków cost about $22 when you book at the cheapest time, on the day you travel. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Ostrava to Kraków by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from Ostrava to Kraków in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $18 to $24. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 4, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Kraków this week, bus tickets are available starting at $18.

Average bus ticket prices from Ostrava to Kraków by month

Taking the bus from Ostrava to Kraków is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only $21. If you're planning to take the bus from Ostrava to Kraków during April, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $28. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap bus tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.

What bus companies travel from Ostrava to Kraków?

There are 4 bus lines from Ostrava to Kraków available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 14 daily trips, RegioJet usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Ecolines	1	2h 40m	$15.65
FlixBus	10	2h 51m	$23.37
RegioJet	14	3h 33m	$19.78
Sindbad	2	2h 33m	$61.83

Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus company with an extensive network connecting Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. They offer routes to popular destinations in countries like Poland, Germany, and the Netherlands, providing reliable transportation. Ecolines prioritizes passenger comfort by equipping their buses with amenities like air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi. On longer trips, passengers can enjoy personal entertainment devices, and stewards are available onboard for assistance, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 10 trips from Ostrava to Kraków, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 51 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as washrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book RegioJet from Ostrava to Kraków from $10.76. There are 14 trips per day offered by RegioJet from Ostrava to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay $19.78 for a RegioJet ticket to Kraków. In Ostrava, RegioJet departs to Kraków from Train Station Peterkova 79/5 and one other station. In Kraków, RegioJet arrives at ul. Bosacka 18 and 2 other stations.
An average trip on RegioJet from Ostrava to Kraków takes 3 hours and 33 minutes, while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Kraków in 2 hours and 21 minutes.
On weekends, RegioJet offers 14 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $10.76 for a weekend trip to Kraków.
Sindbad is a Polish bus company that began its service in 1983. Its fleet of over 120 modern, comfortable coaches connects destinations across Europe. Passengers have access to onboard Wi-Fi and entertainment, air conditioning, washrooms, and beverages. A Sindbad trip to Kraków departing from Ostrava usually takes 2 hours and 33 minutes, and most trips arrive at Krakow Balice Airport Arrivals Terminal in Kraków.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Ostrava to Kraków

There are 27 scheduled buses that travel from Ostrava to Kraków every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 25 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Ostrava to Kraków; ticket prices start at $8.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 123 kilometres from Ostrava to Kraków. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

123

The first bus leaves at 12:49 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 11:30 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Ostrava to Kraków, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

12:49am

Latest bus

11:30pm

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travellers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Kraków. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

Most crowded

Saturday

Least crowded

Monday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Ostrava?

Main departure station: Train Station Peterkova 79/5

Buses to Kraków leave from 5 stations in Ostrava.

All bus stations in Ostrava:

Train Station Peterkova 79/5
Central Bus Station
Ostrava hl.n.
Ostrava-Svinov
Central Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Kraków?

Main arrival station: ul. Bosacka 18

Buses arrive in Kraków at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are travelling with.

All bus stations in Kraków:

ul. Bosacka 18
Balice Airport
Pawia Train Station
Krakow Balice Airport Arrivals Terminal
Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station

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